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Brown discharge from cat eyes crusted

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Emma Watson
Scabs on brown secretions in cats’ eyes may be caused by bad eating habits, conjunctivitis, keratitis, dacryocystitis, uveitis, scleritis, etc. First of all, if it is only caused by bad eating habits, it is a normal physiological phenomenon and the owner does not need to Worry too much. Secondly, if it is accompanied by other symptoms, such as watery eyes, red and swollen eyes, pain, etc., it means that it has an eye disease and needs timely drug treatment. If necessary, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to the hospital for treatment to avoid delaying treatment time and affecting disease control. , causing the condition to continue to worsen.

1. Bad eating habits

If your cat often eats food containing oil or too much salt, it will easily stimulate the tear glands of the eyes, causing the eye secretions to continue to increase and appear brown. You need to adjust your eating habits. You can choose low-oil and low-salt cat food for your cat. You also need to give your cat more warm water to improve it.

2. Conjunctivitis

Usually caused by exposure to allergens and bacterial infection, it can cause symptoms such as conjunctival congestion, redness, and purulent secretions. In severe cases, it may lead to localized nodules. Scab, yellow or brown discharge appears. If a cat suffers from this disease, it needs to go to a regular pet hospital for an eye examination, and then take antibiotics and antihistamines under the guidance of a doctor according to the specific situation.

3. Keratitis

It may be caused by infection by pathogenic microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, etc. Symptoms such as eye pain, watery eyes, blepharospasm, and photophobia may occur. In severe cases, Sometimes, it may cause local suppuration and brown discharge. It is necessary to take pet-specific antibiotics, antiviral and antifungal medications as directed by the doctor. In daily life, the cat’s eyes need to be cleaned and rinsed with running water to remove local secretions and facilitate the recovery of the cornea.

4. Dacryocystitis

It may be caused by obstruction of the tear duct. Symptoms such as redness and swelling of the eyes, purulent discharge, and congestion in the lacrimal sac area will occur. If not cleaned in time, secretion will occur. The color of the object changes and appears brown. You can use pet-specific antibiotic eye drops as directed by your doctor.

5. Uveitis

It may be caused by trauma, infection, etc. Symptoms such as red eyes, dark shadows in front of the eyes, and blurred vision may appear, and may cause uveitis. Inflammation, with a large amount of brown or light yellow discharge. Need to follow medical adviceTake pet-specific antibiotic treatment, and wipe the eye area with saline before using the medicine to reduce the presence of secretions.

6. Scleritis

It is an inflammatory disease of the outer wall of the eyeball. Most cats will cause obvious discomfort and pain in the eyes. In severe cases, it will cause local congestion and rupture, resulting in Brown discharge. You can take antibiotics under the guidance of a doctor. You need to adjust your eating habits in your daily life. Cats cannot be fed greasy cat food.

During the treatment, it is necessary to clean the eyes and rinse them with running water, which can relieve local discomfort and facilitate disease recovery.